In 2023, Slovakia and Germany had the highest Definitively Discharged Irradiated Fuel Elements Burnup Rates at 55.03 and 52 gigawatt-days per metric ton of heavy metal, respectively. Slovakia's rate decreased by 0.44% from the previous year, while Germany's remained stable. Finland, Hungary, Belgium, and the UK showed positive changes, with Hungary leading with a 1.68% increase. Conversely, Bulgaria, Slovenia, and Romania experienced declines, notably Slovenia with a -7.34% shift. Over the last five years, the sector's annual growth rate exhibits modest fluctuations across countries.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements and policy shifts impacting nuclear fuel efficiency. Enhanced safety measures and renewable energy competition may influence burnup rates. Countries focusing on newer reactor technologies or transitioning energy policies could see significant changes in their burnup rate profiles moving forward.
Top countries in Definitively Discharged Irradiated Fuel Elements Burnup Rate of Nuclear Energy Facilities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawattdays Per Metric Ton of Heavy Metal | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Slovakia | 55.03 | 2023 | +0.58% | -0.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 52 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 49.9 | 2023 | +1.01% | +1.03% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 49.6 | 2023 | +0.4% | -0.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 49.4 | 2023 | +0.2% | +0.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 49.02 | 2023 | +2.55% | +1.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 48.61 | 2023 | +5.51% | +0.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 48.58 | 2023 | +0.19% | +1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 44.71 | 2023 | -0.27% | +0.0045% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 44.28 | 2023 | -11.74% | -2.29% | View data |
